Summerfields Primary Academy
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Summerfields Primary Academy
Summerfields Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Summerfields Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Tabbner, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1366th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Summerfields Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Summerfields Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Summerfields Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Summerfields Primary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Haigh Croft Summer Lane, Barnsley, Barnsley, S71 4SF |
| Headteacher | Lisa Tabbner |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1366th of 13,686
Nationally
134th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
6th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Summerfields Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Haigh Croft Summer Lane, Barnsley
Barnsley, S71 4SF
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